
Robert Edgar Tait, Litigation Attorney in Columbus, Ohio
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratVorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
Columbus, OH
Practicing litigation in Columbus since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Robert Edgar Tait is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Columbus, OH
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Columbus, OH.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert Edgar Tait: Robert Edgar Tait is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Litigation cases in Columbus, Ohio
Robert takes litigation matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Columbus, Ohio
Robert takes personal injury matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Columbus, Ohio
Robert takes workers comp matters in Columbus, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert Edgar Tait — litigation lawyer in Columbus
Robert Edgar Tait is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Robert Edgar Tait is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, trial practice, toxic torts and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years. Robert practices at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in Columbus, OH.
How Robert handles litigation matters
Robert Edgar Tait is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, trial practice, toxic torts and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years. Robert practices at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in Columbus, OH.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Columbus and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1973
Kenyon College
B.A. · 1968
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1981 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1980 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1973 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Kenyon College.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Kenyon College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Columbus, Ohio State
Member, Workers' Compensation Committee, 1982—) and American Bar Associations Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (President, 2009 Vice President, 2007— Treasurer, 2002-2007 Member, Executive Committee, 1991-1994) Defense Research Institute (Member: Bo · membership
Columbus and Ohio State Bar Foundations
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Locations
Robert Edgar Tait's office in Columbus
Robert's primary office is at 52 East Gay Street, Columbus, OH, 43215. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
52 East Gay Street
Columbus, OH 43215
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Client reviews of Robert Edgar Tait — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Robert Edgar Tait — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Columbus, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Edgar Tait
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple litigation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Columbus?
Robert is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new litigation clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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